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Dragon Ball Z (1989 – 1996)

1989 • 9 seasons • Animation, Action & Adventure • TV-14
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Dragon Ball Z — Saiyan Saga

39 episodes · Apr 26, 1989

The tranquil years following Piccolo Daimaoh’s defeat are shattered when Goku finally finds a measure of peace with his family – wife Chi-Chi and son Gohan. That serenity is abruptly ripped away by the arrival of Raditz, a stranger claiming to be Goku's long-lost brother. This revelation plunges Earth into turmoil as Raditz unveils a shocking truth: Goku himself is descended from the Saiyans, a fierce warrior race known for their ruthless conquest of planets.

1. The New Threat
Apr 26, 1989 · 25m · 8.0

The peaceful existence Goku has cultivated with his loved ones is poised for disruption. A formidable and malevolent extraterrestrial presence is hurtling toward Earth.

2. Reunions
May 3, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

On Roshi's island, a gathering of old acquaintances was underway, and Goku introduced his son, Gohan, to the assembled group. Laughter and warmth filled the air, but the pleasant atmosphere fractured with the sudden arrival of an unwelcome …

3. Unlikely Alliance
May 10, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

Gohan has been taken captive by Raditz, and Goku faces a desperate choice: yield to the ruthless Saiyan or risk losing his son forever. Yet, a glimmer of hope appears with the arrival of a second individual, prompting Goku to forge an unexp…

4. Piccolo's Plan
May 17, 1989 · 25m · 8.7

A possibility exists for Piccolo to defeat Raditz: the Makankosappo. However, a significant obstacle remains. The technique demands a period of energy accumulation, forcing Goku to confront Raditz unaided.

5. Gohan's Rage
May 24, 1989 · 25m · 8.9

Gohan unleashed a powerful attack, one that even Raditz seemed unable to withstand. Yet, as swiftly as the strength manifested, it dissipated. Just as Raditz prepared to retaliate, Goku made the ultimate sacrifice to protect his son.

6. No Time Like the Present
Jun 7, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

Piccolo subjects Gohan to a rigorous training regimen in the wilderness. Elsewhere, Goku begins a fresh journey in the next realm, traversing the infinite Snake Way in pursuit of the legendary King Kai.

7. Day 1
Jun 14, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

Gohan’s first day of training with Piccolo finds him isolated in the wilderness, where self-reliance will be a swift necessity. However, the task proves far from simple. Weariness, hunger, and the relentless pursuit of savage beasts conspir…

8. Gohan Goes Bananas!
Jun 21, 1989 · 25m · 8.3

Korin summons Krillin, Yamcha, Tien, and Chiaotzu for a period of intensive training. Elsewhere, Gohan's rigorous training regimen triggers a startling change within him.

9. The Strangest Robot
Jun 28, 1989 · 25m · 7.7

Fleeing a pursuing pack of wild beasts, Gohan sought refuge within a forgotten cave. There, he encountered an aged Capsule Corp automaton. The robot had resided in the cavern for over three decades, and seemed displeased by the intrusion.

10. A New Friend
Jul 5, 1989 · 25m · 7.1

Gohan's journey into the wild takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a new dinosaur companion. Initially delighted by the prospect of companionship, he soon learns a sobering truth: not all creatures of the past are benevolent.

11. Terror on Arlia
Jul 12, 1989 · 25m · 7.0

On the planet Arlia, Vegeta and Nappa found themselves prisoners of the tyrannical king who held sway over the world. Following a brief and brutal encounter with the monstrous Yeddy, the Arlians came to understand that the two Saiyans were …

12. Global Training
Jul 19, 1989 · 25m · 7.5

Gohan occupied his hours with a persistent, playful torment of a Tyrannosaurus Rex. Elsewhere, Tien and Chiaotzu found their rigorous training disrupted by the unwelcome arrival of Launch. And in the celestial realm, Goku navigated the trea…

13. Goz and Mez
Jul 26, 1989 · 25m · 8.1

Goku found himself facing two colossal ogres, their sole desire to toy with him. They proposed a bargain: should he overcome their trials, they would guide him back to Snake Way.

14. Princess Snake
Aug 2, 1989 · 25m · 7.8

Returning to Snake Way, Goku discovers a house that he suspects belongs to King Kai. Alas, the residence is occupied by Princess Snake, who is determined to keep Goku as her captive, forever.

15. Dueling Piccolos
Aug 9, 1989 · 25m · 7.5

Enraged by Raditz, Piccolo loses his composure and cleaves himself in two. Elsewhere, Gohan resolves to journey by raft across the ocean to see his mother, only to be caught in a tempestuous storm and, with startling suddenness, realize he …

16. Plight of the Children
Aug 16, 1989 · 25m · 7.5

Seeking refuge, Gohan joins a band of orphaned children, a collective perpetually fleeing the grasp of concerned adults. Their leader conceives of a scheme to relocate them to a more secure haven, but their carefully laid plans unravel comp…

17. Pendulum Room Peril
Aug 30, 1989 · 25m · 7.9

The most formidable warriors on Earth entered Kami's Pendulum Room, a place where the boundaries of time blurred and past, present, and future intertwined. Following a journey into the annals of history, they understood with stark clarity t…

18. The End of Snake Way
Sep 6, 1989 · 25m · 8.3

Gohan persists in his training, yet the full moon stirs a dangerous volatility within the young Saiyan, unleashing a surge of uncontrolled power. Elsewhere, Goku finally reaches the end of Snake Way, only to misidentify the gentle ape Bubbl…

19. Defying Gravity
Sep 13, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

The crushing gravity of King Kai's world presents a formidable challenge to Goku's training. However, upon discovering that his Saiyan heritage equips him for such intense conditions, he finds renewed determination. Will this knowledge prop…

20. Goku's Ancestors
Sep 20, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

Goku’s attempts to strike Gregory with the hammer proved difficult. Discouraged, he was then spurred by King Kai, who recounted the history of the Saiyan people. The celestial elder offered Goku personal training, a prospect that raises the…

21. Counting Down
Sep 27, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

With his training concluded, the group gathered and summoned the Eternal Dragon, their hope to restore Goku to life. Time was running out; only a single day remained before the arrival of the Saiyans. Alas, the revival would take two days t…

22. The Darkest Day
Oct 11, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

The arrival of Vegeta and Nappa was heralded by utter devastation – an entire city reduced to rubble. When the Z-Fighters finally confronted the Saiyans, they were met with a relentless tide of Saibamen, commanded by the formidable warriors…

23. Saibamen Attack!
Oct 18, 1989 · 25m · 7.5

Krillin, Piccolo, and Gohan confronted the menacing Saiyans and their wicked followers. The villains had already demonstrated a truly frightening strength. Could Earth's champions withstand the onslaught until Goku's return?

24. The Power of Nappa
Oct 25, 1989 · 25m · 8.5

Consumed by fury at Yamcha's demise, Krillin unleashes a devastating assault, obliterating the cruel Saibamen with finality. With the immediate threat neutralized, Earth’s remaining protectors now face a new and formidable enemy: the Saiyan…

25. Sacrifice
Nov 1, 1989 · 25m · 8.5

In a desperate act of self-sacrifice, Chiaotzu threw himself in the path of Nappa's attack, striving to shield his companions. Yet, when the dissipating smoke revealed the aftermath, the formidable villain remained unscathed. Hope seemed lo…

26. Nappa's Rampage
Nov 8, 1989 · 25m · 8.2

With the fighting temporarily ceased, Nappa seized the opportunity to unleash a fresh wave of destruction. Elsewhere, Goku, having finally traversed the treacherous Snake Way, hurried to reunite with his companions—but had he arrived too la…

27. Nimbus Speed
Nov 22, 1989 · 25m · 8.5

Piccolo, Gohan, and Krillin strained every effort to prevent the Saiyans from locating the Dragon Balls. At the same time, Goku sped toward Earth on the Flying Nimbus, his strength amplified beyond anything he had previously known.

28. Goku's Arrival
Nov 29, 1989 · 25m · 8.7

In a desperate act of heroism, Piccolo gives his life to shield Gohan from the fury of the Saiyan onslaught. As hope dwindles, Goku returns to Earth, transformed by an astonishing surge of power, and faces the invaders head-on.

29. Lesson Number One
Dec 6, 1989 · 25m · 8.6

Engaged in fierce combat with the Saiyans, Goku delivers to Nappa a harsh lesson in the discipline instilled by King Kai. Utterly broken and vanquished, Nappa now finds himself the target of Vegeta’s savage fury.

30. Goku vs. Vegeta
Dec 13, 1989 · 25m · 8.7

Goku resolves to face Vegeta in single combat. The two warriors seem to stand as equals, yet each conceals the full extent of their power. The grand battle commences – who among these formidable fighters will emerge victorious?

31. Saiyan Sized Secret
Dec 20, 1989 · 25m · 8.8

Vegeta and Goku exchanged relentless strikes, each blow echoing with force. But the intensity escalated as Vegeta unleashed a hidden potential, a primal power inherent to their Saiyan lineage: the ability to metamorphose into a colossal, wo…

32. Spirit Bomb Away!
Jan 17, 1990 · 25m · 8.4

The full force of Vegeta's honed Saiyan strength slams into Goku. Earth's champion is forced to a desperate measure: the Spirit Bomb. Failure is not an option; defeat looms entirely within reach.

33. Hero in the Shadows
Jan 24, 1990 · 25m · 8.4

Goku found himself ensnared by Vegeta, transformed into a colossal ape. As the Saiyan prince tightened his grip, Krillin launched a Destructo Disk, but the attack proved insufficient. From the shadows, an unexpected figure emerged.

34. Krillin's Offensive
Jan 31, 1990 · 25m · 8.4

Goku channeled the Spirit Bomb into Krillin, who, guided by King Kai, directed the potent energy toward Vegeta. The Saiyan was propelled skyward, yet the question lingered: had the wicked warrior truly been vanquished?

35. Mercy
Feb 7, 1990 · 25m · 8.7

The immense pressure of Gohan's ape transformation bore down on Vegeta, crushing him. Defeated and broken, the Saiyan seemed finished, but Krillin stepped forward, ready to deliver the final blow. However, Goku intervened.

36. Picking Up The Pieces
Feb 14, 1990 · 25m · 8.3

A pall of grief hangs over the remaining warriors. The loss of Yamcha, Tien, Chiaotzu, and Piccolo weighs heavily on their hearts. With Kami departed, the Earth's Dragon Balls have vanished. Can the survivors discover a means to restore the…

37. Plans for Departure
Feb 21, 1990 · 25m · 8.2

A regrettable accident on Bulma's part resulted in the destruction of the Saiyan vessel. Fortunately, Mr. Popo disclosed the existence of a secondary ship, one that might still reach Namek. The question now is whether they can locate this v…

38. Nursing Wounds
Feb 28, 1990 · 25m · 8.0

The anticipation of the Saiyans' return hung heavy in the air as Goku, Krillin, and Gohan readied themselves. Elsewhere, Bulma and Mr. Popo were engaged in a desperate search for a second vessel – a ship that might finally carry her to Plan…

39. Friends or Foes?
Mar 7, 1990 · 25m · 7.8

Gohan, Bulma, and Krillin set course for Planet Namek, driven by the quest for the legendary Dragon Balls. However, their voyage soon descends into turmoil as they encounter an unforeseen and peculiar circumstance amidst the emptiness of sp…